Experience the best of New Zealand’s South Island - it's an adventure you won't want to end. Kick off this tour in the land of the Lord of the Rings, Wellington & quad bike in the bush! Hike a glacier, then it's on to Queenstown. Go bungy jumping, canyon swinging & quad biking - the activities endless (& the nightlife is legendary!) Choose to cruise through Milford Sound & take an amazing scenic flight over Mt. Cook!

Price Per Night:$174.33 (USD)(based on double occupancy, for comparison only)

Jan 18, 2019through Mar 01, 2019

Location(s):
Arrive London, London to Amsterdam, Amsterdam to Rhine Valley, Rhine Valley to Munich, Munich to Venice via Innsbruck, Venice, Venice to Lucerne, Lucerne to Paris, Paris, Paris to London

Want to boat through the canals of Venice, see Paris from the Eiffel Tower, explore the Switzerland and party in Amsterdam? And all in just over a week? Fear not! It's all possible on the European Magic. No rabbit out of a hat could blow your mind like the sights you'll see on this trip.

With all the highlights of Europe combined into one enchanting adventure, this is the trip for travellers who want to fall in love with Europe. Journeying through the dreamy Swiss and Austrian Alps, the charming vistas of Italy and the edgy energy of the East, if there's one trip to open your eyes to the magic of Europe, it's this one.

Price Per Night:$126.71 (USD)(based on double occupancy, for comparison only)

Jan 04, 2020through Feb 29, 2020

Location(s):
Hopfgarten

Eat, sleep, plough through powder, repeat. That's the name of the game during these two weeks of play in the Austrian Alps of Tyrol. This incredible region is ramped up on Contiki with a stopover in an Austrian Gasthof, day trips and English speaking instructors. Click here to check out our newly-refurbished Gasthof accommodation, nestled in the Austrian Alps.

Small budget, small window of time, big list of Must Dos? The European Encounter should do the trick. Make your way through 10 countries, catching some rays on the Italian Riviera, downing pizza in Rome & exploring castles in Prague. If you know a better way to spend just under two and a half weeks, we need to hear about it!

If island hopping around Croatia doesn't tickle your fancy, we don't know what will. Hvar, Split, Dubrovnik, and many other hotspots of the Dalmatian Coast will keep you well entertained and soaked in sunshine. It doesn't get much better than experiencing all of this with the comfort of our premium air-conditioned boat.

Not afraid of frocking up in a kilt and jumping on the bagpipes? Perhaps you've got some Scottish blood! And lucky you if you do. Home to mystical castles, glorious highlands and enough whisky to booze the Loch Ness Monster, you'll be head over heels with all things Scottish by the time your week of adventure here is up.

It's time to relax and take in the Mediterranean on this easy pace trip. Start in Rome with all the iconic sights before heading to the Amalfi Coast. It's hard not to take life down a notch surrounded by the stunning natural beauty. Spend 4 days cruising around the Greek islands, including Crete and Rhodes. Your trip ends in Athens where you get to check out all the famous, ancient landmarks that the Greek capital possesses.

Wild nights & wildlife await you on Australia's East Coast. Zip through the rainforest canopies, experience life on a farm alongside guided bushwalks, koalas & kangaroos and snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef. Hit up Byron Bay, serving up some of the best surf, sand & beach vibes in the world.

Central America, reveal yourself. Over 22 days this trip will see taking in the culture of Mexico City, the beauty of the Belize Barrier Reef, the ecologically diverse rainforests of Costa Rica, the ancient mastery of Tikal, and so much more.

Price Per Night:$320.00 (USD)(based on double occupancy, for comparison only)

Mar 15, 2020through Mar 18, 2020

Location(s):
London to Dublin (or meet in Dublin), Dublin, Dublin to London

The Irish day that captures the world! Dust off your green get-up, prime your palate for Guinness, & get ready for cultural festivities like no other. With your days jam packed with parades, concerts, city explorations and general amok running, you'll be glad to have us sort out your to and from London so you're just left to get in the spirit.

The ultimate trip for those that love to explore, this trip has Peru, Argentina, & Brazil covered. From jungles, cool locals & mind-blowing sights, to waterfalls, beaches and big cities, no day is quite like the next.

Old and new, colour and chaos, sticky cities and lush mountain ranges - India is a bustling cacophony of wonderful that blazes a trail in your memory long after you return home. If you're ready to have your senses awakened, your imagination brought to life like never before and your perception of the world changed forever, this is the journey you need to experience at least once in a lifetime.

You could easily spend 9-days in LA, losing track of time and doing little more than eat, sleep, shop, party, repeat. If you want to make the most of your time in this region and actually see a thing or two, the Western Highlights is calling out your name. San Diego, Sonoran Desert, Phoenix, the Grand Canyon, Route 66, & Vegas will soon be clogging up your Instagram account.

Vietnam Highlights is the perfect way for a taste of Vietnam's best in a short amount of time. Experience the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City & Hanoi, relax and soak up the rays on a beach in Nha Trang, hit Hoi An by bike & chill out in the amazing scenery of Hue. Later, sit back & discover the amazing limestone formations of Halong Bay aboard a traditional junk boat as you indulge in Vietnam's coolest spots.

A few weeks up your sleeve to really discover the west of Europe - no running around maniac style? Coasting around the best spots on The European Inspiration holiday is your answer. With 2-nights in each major location - think Paris, Prague, Florence, Berlin - you'll settle into the groove of Europe & know which places deserve a round two.

Waterfalls, nightclubs, geothermic mud pools, mountains, skylines, if NZ doesn't impress you, best check your pulse. The Big Tiki from Queenstown to Auckland soaks it all up and offers an astounding list of almost 60 optional activities to ramp up your trip. Heli tour of glaciers and a bit of cave action, anyone?

Traditional Maori hangi dinner & dance performance one minute, skyscrapers & city nightlife the next. This is the sort of diversity that will keep you on your toes and round the clock ecstatic on the Northern Choice. The adventure starts from the big smoke of Auckland & concludes in little San Fran of Wellington.

Not afraid of frocking up in a kilt and jumping on the bagpipes? Perhaps you've got some Scottish blood! And lucky you if you do. Home to mystical castles, glorious highlands and enough whisky to booze the Loch Ness Monster, you'll be head over heels with all things Scottish by the time your week of adventure here is up.

Wild nights & wildlife await you on Australia's East Coast. Take a rooftop ride along the rainforest canopy, go snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef & relax in the Whitsundays. Experience a remote Cattle Station, guided bushwalks, koalas & kangaroos. Hit up the beach. But not just any beach, Surfers Paradise, serving up some of the best surf & sand in the world!

LA, Vegas & NYC - you're not just seeing the best of the USA, you're seeing some of the best cities in the world. And you're doing it the very best way. Dance the night away in Vegas, see beautiful South Beach & shop up a storm on Fifth Ave

Forget the flat line flight - the journey from London to Athens needs to be absorbed on land, then topped off with 3-days of sea play sailing the islands of Greece. Lap up the scenery of French vineyards, Swiss Alps, Italian countryside and the energy of the cities in between. Cycle through the charming streets of Munich, see St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican City, & ramp things up with paragliding in Austria if you're feeling game.

Price Per Night:$200.80 (USD)(based on double occupancy, for comparison only)

Jul 14, 2019through Oct 27, 2019

Location(s):
Arrive Sydney, Sydney, Sydney to Byron Bay, Byron Bay

Want to discover the bright lights & best beaches of the East Coast in under one week? Let this trip guide you from sun-drenched Sydney to bohemian Byron Bay with all the highlights on offer in between. Catch a sunset cruise in Sydney Harbour, kick back at Bondi beach, cook your own BBQ with fresh seafood & steak and bask in the sun at the most easterly point of Australia. Challenge accepted.

If you're going to learn to dive, you might as well do it submerged in one of the natural wonders of the world. Head out to the Great Barrier Reef and embark on the PADI ‘Open Water' dive course, with 2-days of pool and classroom training followed by 2 nights spent at sea for coral exploration and ocean magic. To the bucket list annnd TICK!

Get down on the farm, enjoy the idyllic island life, smile at the crocodiles, snorkel the Whitsundays, dive the Great Barrier Reef, and then dance the night away in Cairns. This extravaganza shows you all that 'Down Under' has to offer!

Tick off two of Latin America’s ultimate bucket list destinations in one epic trip. Walk in the footsteps of Charles Darwin in the Galapagos Islands, discover native wildlife and see sea lions and giant tortoises before flying to Peru and the ancient site of Machu Picchu. Adventure and culture awaits, as you make your way through jungles, ancient towns and breathtaking scenery.

Price Per Night:$192.50 (USD)(based on double occupancy, for comparison only)

Nov 01, 2019through Mar 27, 2020

Location(s):
London

The gateway to Europe can be a maze of confusion for the new kid in town. Skip the weeks of fumbling with maps, catching wrong trains, & accidentally eating at all the wrong places with Contiki's London Explorer. Inclusive of the essential open top bus tour and a ticket to the theatre, you'll be feeling like a London local in no time.

Traditional Maori hangi dinner & dance performance one minute, skyscrapers & city nightlife the next. This is the sort of diversity that will keep you on your toes and round the clock ecstatic on the Northern Choice. The adventure starts from the big smoke of Auckland & concludes in little San Fran of Wellington.

Mosey through mangrove forests, soak up sunshine on white sand beaches and learn about the Daintree Rainforest from a local Aboriginal guide - this is tropic life at its finest. With plenty of options for the adrenalin junkies and equal down time for the laid back cats, this week long holiday leaving from the Whitsundays will leave you speechless.

Old and new, colour and chaos, sticky cities and lush mountain ranges - India is a bustling cacophony of wonderful that blazes a trail in your memory long after you return home. If you're ready to have your senses awakened, your imagination brought to life like never before and your perception of the world changed forever, this is the journey you need to experience at least once in a lifetime.

Step into the ancient world of Egypt and discover the Great Pyramids. Experience the captivating chaos of Cairo, spend 3-nights gently floating down the river Nile in a traditional Felucca and relax on the beach in Hurghada. A trip to Egypt with Contiki will ensure you have a tour to remember.

Small budget, small window of time, big list of Must Dos? The European Encounter should do the trick. Make your way through 10 countries, catching some rays on the Italian Riviera, downing pizza in Rome & exploring castles in Prague. If you know a better way to spend just under two and a half weeks, we need to hear about it!

A few weeks up your sleeve to really discover the west of Europe - no running around maniac style? Coasting around the best spots on The European Inspiration holiday is your answer. With 2-nights in each major location - think Paris, Prague, Florence, Berlin - you'll settle into the groove of Europe & know which places deserve a round two.

If island hopping around Croatia doesn't tickle your fancy, then we don't know what will. Hvar, Split, Dubrovnik, and many other hotspots of the Dalmatian coast will keep you well entertained and soaked in sunshine.

Vietnam Highlights is the perfect way for a taste of Vietnam's best in a short amount of time. Experience the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City & Hanoi, relax and soak up the rays on a beach in Nha Trang, hit Hoi An by bike & chill out in the amazing scenery of Hue. Later, sit back & discover the amazing limestone formations of Halong Bay aboard a traditional junk boat as you indulge in Vietnam's coolest spots.

You've got 22 days to spare, so what's next? How about an unforgettable Latin American adventure that includes Peru, Bolivia and Chile? This trip combines buzzing cities, out of this world nature, local experiences, some of the worlds most iconic sights, and of course a whole bunch of new friends to share it all with.

You could easily spend 2-weeks in LA, losing track of time and doing little more than eat, sleep, shop, party, repeat. If you want to make the most of your time in this region and see everything above and below, then the Wild Western is just the right trip for you. San Diego, Sonoran Desert, Phoenix, the Grand Canyon, Route 66, Vegas & San Fran will soon be clogging up your Instagram account.

Price Per Night:$279.67 (USD)(based on double occupancy, for comparison only)

Dec 30, 2019through Jan 02, 2020

Location(s):
Arrive Las Vegas, Las Vegas, Depart Las Vegas

Ohhh so you want to party on New Year's Eve? What a novel idea & thankfully one that we'd already thought of & catered to with a Las Vegas fiesta set to knock you right out of your socks. With complimentary club entry and plenty of time for sightseeing either side of the big night, this is your ticket to a very special end of the year. Please note: travellers must be at least 21 years old for this trip

Want to boat through the canals of Venice, see Paris from the Eiffel Tower, explore the Switzerland and party in Amsterdam? And all in just over a week? Fear not! It's all possible on the European Magic. No rabbit out of a hat could blow your mind like the sights you'll see on this trip.

Experience the best of New Zealand’s South Island - it's an adventure you won't want to end. Kick off this tour in the land of the Lord of the Rings, Wellington & quad bike in the bush! Hike a glacier, then it's on to Queenstown. Go bungy jumping, canyon swinging & quad biking - the activities endless (& the nightlife is legendary!) Choose to cruise through Milford Sound & take an amazing scenic flight over Mt. Cook!

From the heights of the volcanoes to the unexplored waters of Galapagos, this tour is a must for the lovers of the great outdoors. Whether you are snorkelling with Sea Lions & Rays, or chillling with the Giant Galapagos Tortoise, this adventure is epic!

Price Per Night:$406.67 (USD)(based on double occupancy, for comparison only)

Dec 30, 2019through Jan 02, 2020

Location(s):
Arrive Sydney, Sydney, Happy New Year!, Depart Sydney

While many of the world's greatest cities get shrouded in snow on New Year's Eve, Sydney dials up the heat & delivers a balmy night of non-stop festivities. Watch fireworks burst off the Harbour Bridge, roam the countless lively bars and clubs & watch the sunrise on Bondi Beach. You can afford to sleep all day given we have a total of 4-days to explore the city.

Just how much mind-boggling can be packed into a 10-day holiday? Quite a lot when you're prancing around New Zealand. We'll sojourn our way from Auckland to Christchurch, chowing fish'n'chips and Maori hangi meals, watching geothermic mud pools boil & signing up for adrenalin rushes that will buzz on in our minds 'til we're old and grey.

Price Per Night:$192.92 (USD)(based on double occupancy, for comparison only)

Oct 22, 2019through Feb 04, 2020

Location(s):
Dallas to Austin, Austin, Austin to San Antonio, San Antonio to Houston, Houston to New Orleans, New Orleans, New Orleans to Memphis via Jackson, Memphis, Memphis to Nashville, Nashville...

Take a venture to the deep south for 12 days of mouthwatering eats, bright lights, and music filled late nights. This trip will see you shimmying around the sights and delights of New Orleans, Nashville, Memphis and Austin to name just a few, with scooting and booting no doubt clogging up your Instagram feed from the start to the end of your trip.

Price Per Night:$151.38 (USD)(based on double occupancy, for comparison only)

Jan 20, 2019through Mar 17, 2019

Location(s):
Arrive London, London to Paris, Paris, Paris to Lucerne, Lucerne, Lucerne to French Riviera, French Riviera, French Riviera to Florence via Pisa, Florence, Florence to Rome...

The Swiss Alps, the French Riviera and Rhine Valley collide with hotspots like Amsterdam, Prague, Rome & Paris, creating a perfectly balanced adventure of scenery & cities. See the Royal Palace in Monaco, learn the art of leather in Florence, & snap gondolas drifting down the canals of Venice. All whilst enjoying the charming winter mood & a spot of hot mulled wine on the side.

Price Per Night:$408.33 (USD)(based on double occupancy, for comparison only)

Dec 30, 2019through Jan 02, 2020

Location(s):
Arrive New York City, New York City, Depart New York City

Celebrate a New York New Years in New York, what many consider the 'Center of the Universe'. Don't worry...you'll still take in everything New York has to offer, as we'll go sightseeing the day before the New Year's event. See the Statute of Liberty, take a walk in Central Park, shop till you drop along Fifth Avenue, and experience New York's crazy nightlife! Please note: travellers must be at least 21 years old for this trip